The University of Akron’s Surveying and Mapping team has triumphed again. The team took first place in the Student Surveying Competition sponsored by the National Society of Professional Surveyors in Phoenix, Ariz., on April 25. UA has participated in every contest since the NSPS competition was launched in 2002, finishing first five times, second three times and fifth once.

“Forensic Surveying” was the theme of this year's competition, which required each team to do a research paper, presentation and poster. The UA students enlisted the help of two Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers who identified an accident for the team to reconstruct and then helped them with the process.

UA’s team of surveying and mapping majors was led by Samantha Brown as captain, and also included Matt Hildebrandt, Andrew Koehler, Michael Kral, Luke Walker and Krista Rakich, a criminal justice major recruited for additional expertise.

Along with the team win, Michael Kral, a team member, was awarded its $2,000 Nettie Dracup Memorial Scholarship. Also, T. Michael Besch, director of UA’s Surveying and Mapping Program,
was awarded the Earl J. Fennel Award, presented "in recognition of distinguished educational contributions to ACSM and the surveying and mapping profession."

Seeking meaningful work close to campus? The Marketing Area in the Department of Student Life right here at The University of Akron is looking for graphic designers to use their creative license in the creation of meaningful marketing for student organizations and the department. This marketing includes – but is not limited to – flyers, banners, t-shirts and more!

Qualified candidates should have significant graphic design experience (either in an academic program or freelance) and experience creating in Adobe Creative Suite software. A portfolio – either hard copy or electronic – is required at the time of interview. Graphic design majors/minors preferred.

To apply, please go to the Administration Desk (located on the second floor of the Student Union) to pick up an application. Complete the application thoroughly – and return in person. No electronic applications are accepted at this time.

Positions are open NOW, and an immediate start date is possible, including employment during the summer(s).

NOTE: This position is for current students at The University of Akron only.

The University of Akron Women’s Basketball Team will be holding their annual summer camp this year, June 14th through June 17th, from 9:00am – 4:00pm. The cost of the camp is $135.00 and is for girls ages 9 to 14. There will be a Lil’ Zips Day camp for boys and girls ages 3 to 8 on June 15th from 9:00am-11:00am. The cost of the day camp is $25.00. Check-in will be held in the lobby of Rhodes Arena on the first day of camp. The deadline for registration is Monday, June 7th. Payment in full must accompany each camp application. Faculty and Staff discounts are available as well! For more information, please contact Candace Wilson at 330.972.8274

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